maonah Center, in partnership with the Muslim Student Association (MSA) at Curtis High School, hosted a special Eid al-Fitr celebration on Wednesday, April 15, at 3:00 PM at Curtis High School in Staten Island.

The student gathering celebrated Eid and promoted cultural understanding and connection within the school community — a moment to celebrate diversity, unity, and togetherness.

Refreshments were generously provided by Qahwah House and Bora Bora.

On May 27, 2026 — the first day of Eid al-Adha — maonah Community Development Center invited youth and families to a special Eid celebration in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn (67th Street between 5th and 6th Avenues), from 12:00 to 6:00 PM.

The festival featured gifts and goody bags for children, fun games and activities, and a warm family atmosphere — celebrating together as one community.

On Saturday, May 23, 2026, maonah Community Development Center brought the community together for the Eid Bazaar in the Bronx at Saba Palace Hall, 685 Morris Park Avenue, Bronx, NY 10462, starting at 1:00 PM.

Shop • Connect • Celebrate Eid with your family and community! The bazaar featured nasheeds, kids’ activities, henna, awareness & resources tables, and local vendors with unique products — a fun day for the whole family, organized by maonah Community Development Center. Together We Rise.

On June 4, 2026, maonah Community Development Center, in partnership with the NYC Civic Engagement Commission (CEC), hosted a community workshop on Voting Rights and Language Access at the YMCA, from 3:00 to 6:00 PM.

The gathering — a day for women, for health, and for your rights — brought community members together to learn about their voting rights and the language-access services available to them, part of maonah’s Civic Engagement & Community Education programs (ESL – GED – Know Your Rights workshops).

Want to bring a civic-education workshop to your community? Contact us.

On Saturday, May 9, 2026, maonah Community Development Center came together to celebrate the incredible mothers in our community — an afternoon filled with love, laughter, sisterhood, and appreciation for the women who give so much every day.

From henna and special gifts to heartfelt words and moments of recognition, the celebration — held at Moka & Cō (Second Floor, 7500 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11209) from 3:00 to 6:00 PM — was a reminder of how important it is to celebrate and uplift one another.

Thank You to Our Supporters

• Moka & Cō for warmly hosting us
• Sheel & Mashi for supporting this community gathering
• Dr. Laila Farhat and Jenna Healthcare for their continued support and dedication

And thank you to every mother, sister, and family member who joined us. Your presence made the celebration unforgettable. Together, We Rise.

As a hybrid and virtual center, maonah works hand-in-hand with community partners and local organizations to host events where they are needed most — including our partners at the NYPD.

Building Bridges

At a recent maonah community event, members of the NYPD joined our families for an afternoon of recognition and connection, with certificates of recognition presented alongside the Yemeni and American flags.

Fostering community engagement — civic participation, cultural enrichment, and volunteerism that build unity and pride within the community — is one of maonah’s core goals, and partnerships like this one bring it to life.

Interested in partnering with maonah? Contact us.

Our Community Bazaars and Entrepreneur Expos showcase the talent of local small business owners and create real economic opportunities for women in our community.

Spotlight on Local Entrepreneurs

At our Women in Small Business Networking Event on March 26, 2026, at Bay Ridge Manor in Brooklyn, local women entrepreneurs presented their products — including the Oud & Love Cosmetics table, with handcrafted perfumes and gift sets — to neighbors, friends, and community partners.

Part of Our Women’s Leadership & Entrepreneurship Programs

• Women’s Leadership Programs: Specialized training to help women grow, lead, and thrive in their communities.
• Entrepreneur Expos: Showcasing the talent of local small business owners.
• Community Bazaars: Partnering with local venues to create economic opportunities for women.

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From its first editions to today, maonah’s women’s bazaar series — Women Connect & Empower — has grown into one of our signature programs, creating real economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs across New York City.

Recent Editions

• Women’s Empowerment & Networking Bazaar — Saturday, January 10, 2026, sponsored by maonah Center & Crown Hall: buy & sell, kids’ activities & face painting, henna art & crafts, DJ & music, competitions & prizes.
• Ramadan Bazaar (Women’s Bazaar #4) — February 1, 2026, 2–8 PM, 1907 White Plains Rd, Bronx: buy & sell, resources & awareness, henna & kids’ activities, food & drinks, clothing, jewelry, and perfumes.
• Women in Small Business Networking Event — March 26, 2026, 11 AM–2 PM, Bay Ridge Manor, Brooklyn: an inspiring afternoon of connection, collaboration, and growth.

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Every organization’s name tells a story. Ours reaches back more than nine centuries.

The Legacy of Queen maonah

We chose our name in honor of Queen maonah bint Ahmad, a remarkable Yemeni queen who led with wisdom and strength more than 900 years ago. Known for advancing education and community development, her legacy reflects the very values we uphold today. At maonah, we don’t just provide services; we carry forward a 900-year-old tradition of leadership and compassion.

Four Pillars

maonah also stands for the four pillars that guide everything we do: Awareness, Resilience, Wellness, and Advocacy.

Empowering individuals and families through education, leadership, and advocacy — that is our mission, and our name is our promise. Together We Rise.